Research Support OneNil New

The Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences is seeking to recruit a technician. This key Professional Services role will support the Centre for Craniofacial and Regenerative Biology, one of three research Centres within the Faculty.

The Centre for Craniofacial & Regenerative Biology is one of the leading centres for Craniofacial Biology worldwide with research focusing on craniofacial and stem cell biology, innovative approaches to regeneration and repair and big data approaches to understand the complexity of development and disease. Our research spans basic, clinical and translational sciences. It offers a vibrant, collaborative, and interactive research and teaching environment in the heart of London.

The primary purpose of this role will be to provide molecular biology support to the Centre and to help maintain the research laboratories in a clean, safe, and tidy manner. Work closely with the Technical Operations Manager and the lead academics to ensure that technical support is professional, well-executed, and timely, complying with university policies and funders terms and conditions and adopting best practices.

The post holder is expected to contribute to several technical objectives, including health and safety compliance, good laboratory practice, equipment maintenance, maintenance of lab consumables stocks, waste and genotyping service and ordering. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and motivated team player who works well with a technical team, is willing to explore new innovative approaches, and is committed to continued personal development.

Technical Support

• Responsible for providing a range of molecular biology services, such as Genotyping, where there are established standards and requirements. 
• To provide colleagues with advice and guidance as required
• The postholder will maintain stocks of consumables in the research Laboratories.
• The postholder will begin to undertake additional responsibilities as determined by the operations manager and to demonstrate job based acquired knowledge to enable more in-depth laboratory support.
• Provide a range of technical support, normally following an established pattern, with limited supervision, and with a clearly defined objective, both following established guidance and procedures and applying knowledge and skills.
• To be responsive to changing priorities and an evolving environment/context, maximising the efficiency of the technical support being provided and resolving problems as they arise
• Assist others in managing and prioritising day-to-day work to meet agreed objectives
• Resource management: install, monitor and maintain technical equipment, systems and software, with control over small budgets, stocks/ stores equipment and supplies 
• Engage in appropriate professional activities to keep knowledge-base and skills up-to-date and to develop them further. 
• Maintain local facilities and operations, ensuring efficient use of resources and undertaking purchasing/receipt of goods, equipment maintenance (personally, or through a service contractor) and wider facilities maintenance as required
• Resolve problems as they are arise and put things in place to minimise future, foreseeable problems
• To be responsive to changing priorities and an evolving environment/context, maximising the efficiency of the technical support being provided and resolving problems as they arise
• Keep up to date with all mandatory training, including local Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• To forge relationships with colleagues in the Centre, Faculty, and university, to deliver the required support as well as to contribute to process development and the adoption of best practice.
• Actively engage with the Centre and Faculty?s contribution to the King?s Vision 2029 and Research/Education strategy
• To actively engage in Continuing Professional Development and training initiatives, in line with the Technician Commitment.

There is a potential that the post will be extended or become permanent. 

Minimum level 4 qualification, e.g., higher apprenticeship, HNC or other Level 4 award, plus work experience in relevant technical/scientific posts OR Considerable knowledge and skills gained through work experience in relevant technical or scientific posts.

• Methodical approach to work with good attention to detail, focused on solution and ability to trouble-shoot laboratory problems.
• Experience and understanding of health and safety issues within a laboratory Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and independently to identify and address operational issues.
• Good time management and organisational skills. 
• Good communication skills- orally and in writing, 
• Willingness to learn new techniques, follow instructions and apply learnt techniques/ skills to the work context.
• Some experience in running and optimising PCR.

LSBU Employment is looking to employ Exam Invigilators who hold a current DBS.

Main purpose of the job:

To provide support to the examination process.

Other duties:

To assist the Examination Team with other examination processes, such as:

• packing of examination papers, stationery and equipment prior to the examinations and the delivery to and from venues as appropriate
• preparation of seating plans
• delivering scrips to departmental and school offices

Main Duties:

To support the Head Invigilator/ Examination Team with the day-to-day operation of examination venues. This may include (but not limited to):

• assisting with setting up examination venues by laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers in accordance with the outlined procedures
• assisting candidates prior to the start of examination by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted in examination venues
• offering advice and guidance to unregistered candidates without allocated seats
• ensuring that candidates do not talk once inside the examination venue
• invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with strict procedures
• checking attendance during examinations
• recording details for early leavers and collect their scripts
• escorting candidates from the examination venue during the examinations as required, and supervising candidates whilst outside the examination venue;
• collecting and collating scripts at the end of the examination in accordance with strict procedures
• assisting with the preparation of script envelopes
• supervising candidates leaving the examination venues, ensuring that candidates do not remove equipment or stationery from the venue without authorisation and ensuring that candidates leave in an orderly and quiet manner

The Better Health & Care Hub is seeking an Engagement Officer to support with communications, event delivery and Patient and Public Involvement/ Engagement (PPIE). Reporting to the Centre Manager, the postholder will help with the set up of the project's PPI Advisory Group and help to implement BHCH's communication strategy, create content, and coordinate events. 

Key Responsibilities

Patient and Public Involvement Support:

• Carry out a scoping exercise to identify local and national organisations (Charities, CIOs, Community Groups, Patient Advocacy Groups etc) with aims relevant to the themes of the Better Health & Care Hub.
• Develop and maintain sustainable relationships with relevant organisations to foster PPIE for the Hub.
• Coordinate the setup of the Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Advisory group for the Better Health & Care Hub.
• Be the first point of contact for all PPIE queries

Communications Support:

• Produce and share content for web, articles, social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Support the development of the new microsite.
• Assist with bookings, invitations, and logistics for events.
• Provide on-the-day support (registration, guest management, photography, etc.) for events.

Additional responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day administration of the Better Health & Care Hub and support the Hub Director and Operational team as required.

                                 Hours of work will be split equally between Communications and PPIE engagement

The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. 

                 Please note that the advert will close once a suitable candidate is found which may be before the 4th April

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Person Specification

Essential:

• Previous experience in communications, marketing, or events.
• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• An understanding of the relevance of PPIE for academic research.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong writing, content creation, and event coordination skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Previous experience of Patient and Public Involvement/ Engagement (either as a participant or coordinator)
• A knowledge of the UK third sector
• Experience in higher education or health sectors is desirable.

Additional Details

• Location: Working from home/hybrid- based at King?s College London (Waterloo or Denmark Hill Campuses as required).
• Pay Rate: ?21.09 per hour.
• Hours: 5 days/week (Flexibility available).
• Length of contract: Until 31st July with potential to extend.
• Contact: BetterHCHub@kcl.ac.uk
• Some physical activity and evening work may be required for events.